Mitsubishi Evo 8/9/X

[tomfraser]

Hi all,

I currently own a mk1 Focus RS but I've always wanted an Evo, and now I'm at the age where I could realistically insure one. Thing is I've never been in one, let alone driven one. Probably the closest I've ever come is a Subaru Impreza WRX.

I'm looking at the FQ300+ models, as my Focus is currently 310bhp and I don't want to step down in power. Is this car a logical next step from a Focus, or is it too similar to what I have (4wd not withstanding) in terms of an enthusiasts car that handles well, gives a thrilling experience etc.

There are a few things I want to do in my Focus first, such as visit the 'Ring, so it won't be sold if I do until at least the end of this year. Worth noting too that it won't be used daily, and will probably cover no more than 4-5k per year at a push.

Is this something you guys would recommend, or something I may regret?

[tomfraser]

Are they that different to every other road car around that price?

Like I said I'm not interested in anything sub 300, was thinking a 320 or 340 but I'll probably end up putting some mods on to squeeze a little more power. And I've got no doubt my Focus would keep up with a 260 Evo.

[tomfraser]

Thanks grale but if I did buy one it wouldn't be until at least the end of this year.

True rhinochopig it will be a toy, but a caterfield probably wouldn't be a brilliant choice as I don't have a garage, maybe a Lotus but I can't say I'm as swayed by them - I've always been more drawn to road going rally cars. Also it wouldn't be spending much time on the track, aside from the odd 20 minute sessions at shows.

I spend a lot of the time in my RS up around the Black Mountains in south and mid Wales - twisty mountain roads with not much traffic and even less police presence. Are these the sorts of roads where an Evo would come alive?

And unfortunately the WRX I drove (a friends) was rough at the time with a nackered diff, so I was under instructions not to drive it hard, unfortunately.